Inside Sales Representative Machine Tool

KAAST Machine Tools, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); Presencial; USD 60.000 - 120.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Descripción de la vacante

KAAST Machine Tools, Inc. is seeking an Inside Sales Representative based in the Los Angeles, CA area. This full-time role will start as remote/home-based and transition to an in-office position once the LA warehouse is operational.

You will focus on warm leads, inbound inquiries, and developing long-term customer relationships across California. The ideal candidate has 2+ years in capital equipment or machine tool sales, strong communication skills, and the ability to travel about 10% for trade

Formación

• Minimum 2 years of sales experience.
• Minimum 2 years of capital equipment or machine tool sales experience.
• Experience in manufacturing, machining, fabrication, or industrial equipment preferred.
• Strong account management and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and CRM software.

Responsabilidades

• Contact warm leads and respond promptly to inbound inquiries.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers.
• Analyze customer applications to recommend equipment.
• Prepare accurate quotations and manage CRM data.
• Travel approximately 10% for trade shows and visits.
• Support growth by following up on quotes and opportunities.
• Stay organized and proactive in sales pipeline management.
• Provide excellent customer service throughout the process.

Conocimientos

Sales experience

Capital equipment / machine tools

Account management

Communication skills

Self-motivated

Travel willingness

Herramientas

CRM software

Microsoft Office

Descripción del empleo

Benefits

• 401(k)


• 401(k) matching


• Dental insurance


• Health insurance


• Paid time off


• Vision insurance

Inside Sales Representative – Industrial Machinery / Machine Tools

KAAST Machine Tools is a rapidly growing international distributor of CNC and conventional machine tools, serving manufacturers throughout North America. We provide sales and service for a comprehensive line of high-quality machinery, including mills, lathes, saws, grinders, press brakes, shears, angle and plate rolls, laser systems, waterjets, and other fabrication equipment.

Our headquarters and flagship warehouse are located in Philadelphia, PA, with a second warehouse in Chicago, IL. As we continue expanding our footprint, we are excited to grow our presence in California and are seeking an Inside Sales Representative based in the Los Angeles area to help establish and develop this market.

This position will initially operate from a home office while we complete the launch of our Los Angeles warehouse and office location. Once the facility is operational, this role will transition to an in-office position based out of the new LA location. Candidates must currently reside within commuting distance of Los Angeles, CA.

Position Overview

This is a full-time position for a motivated Inside Sales Representative who enjoys building relationships, solving customer challenges, and helping manufacturers find the right equipment for their production needs.

The majority of your time will be spent working with warm leads and inbound inquiries, while also identifying new business opportunities and developing long-term customer relationships. Although this is primarily an inside sales position, KAAST encourages Sales Representatives to visit customers when appropriate to strengthen relationships and better understand their operations.

Travel is approximately 10% and primarily consists of attending 2–3 industry trade shows per year, along with occasional customer visits.

Responsibilities

• Contact warm leads and respond promptly to inbound sales inquiries.


• Build and maintain strong relationships with new and existing customers.


• Analyze customer applications and manufacturing processes to recommend the best equipment solutions.


• Prepare accurate and timely equipment quotations.


• Maintain customer information, opportunities, and sales activity within the company CRM.


• Develop and maintain a strong understanding of KAAST's machine tool and fabrication equipment product lines.


• Follow up on quotes and sales opportunities to help drive business growth.


• Stay organized, self-motivated, and proactive in managing your sales pipeline.


• Provide exceptional customer service throughout the sales process.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of sales experience (required).


• Minimum of 2 years of capital equipment or machine tool sales experience (required).


• Experience in manufacturing, machining, fabrication, or industrial equipment is strongly preferred.


• Strong account management and relationship-building skills.


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.


• Comfortable communicating with customers by phone, email, and in person.


• Proficient with Microsoft Office and CRM software.


• Highly organized, self-motivated, and able to work independently.


• Ability to travel approximately 10% for trade shows and customer visits.


• Must reside in or around the Los Angeles, CA area.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is energetic, personable, and driven to build lasting customer relationships. They enjoy helping customers solve manufacturing challenges and are eager to learn KAAST's extensive line of machine tool and fabrication equipment. If you're looking for an opportunity to join a growing international company and play a key role in expanding our presence in California, we'd love to hear from you.

Compensation

• Base Salary + Commission


• Competitive compensation based on experience


• Expected total compensation: $60,000 – $120,000 per year

Job Details

Job Type: Full-time
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Schedule: Monday - Friday
Travel: Approximately 10%

Experience Required

• Sales: 2 years


• Capital Equipment / Machine Tools: 2 years